CVE-2016-0920

Name: CVE-2016-0920
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-09-21T02:59:06.697+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.41%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-0920 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Avamar Data Store (ADS) and Avamar Virtual Edition (AVE) in EMC Avamar Server before 7.3.0-233 allow local users to obtain root access via a crafted parameter to a command that is available in the sudo configuration.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Avamar Data Store (ADS) and Avamar Virtual Edition (AVE) in EMC Avamar Server before 7.3.0-233 allow local users to obtain root access via a crafted parameter to a command that is available in the sudo configuration.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.41%

33.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-77

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Emc	Avamar Server	<= 7.3.0

References

http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2016/Sep/31Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036844
http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2016/Sep/31Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036844

Timeline

Published: Sep 21, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-0920?

How severe is CVE-2016-0920?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-0920 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-0920?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST